Buyer Bridgend CF31 £35-40,000 Commutable from Bridgend, Cardiff, Porthcawl, Pencoed, Pontyclun, Port Talbot, Maesteg, Caerphilly, Pyle, Margam, Briton Ferry Benefits:- 25 Days + Bank Holidays Company Pension Company sick pay Career progression opportunities Early finish on FridaysThis is a great opportunity for a Buyer to join well established business who have recently won new contracts and are looking to expand their product into new markets. This role would be well suited to an experienced procurement professional or a buyer who has experience of working in a fast paced environment, working with MRP systems and working on contracts with suppliers. This is a business who are part of a larger group, so can offer excellent long term professional and career development opportunities. Roles and Responsibilities: Negotiate cost-effective supply contracts and service level agreement Monitor and improve supplier performance against agreed targets Manage direct and indirect procurement to ensure continuity of supply Collaborate with planning to align material forecasts with demand Optimise inventory levels while minimising risk of stockouts Report on key KPIs including cost savings, supplier performance and stock levels Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives year on yearRequirements Proven experience as a Buyer in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment Strong negotiation and s...